IGN Editors and Readers Agree, Arcanum is Best of 2001January 17th, 2002
Arcanum picked up another two awards Tuesday, this time from top-tier entertainment site IGN, as vendors and editors agreed on Arcanum as the Best Roleplaying Game of 2001.
"Featuring elves, dwarves and steampowered technology, Arcanum was a welcome change from the standard fantasy fare that we've grown accustomed to," wrote IGN's editors.

More details about the patch can be found in the Support section of this website.

Mod Building Lessons Continue on RPG VaultSeptember 10th, 2001
The second of a series of articles has been posted on RPG Vault. In this article, Sharon Shellman reviews all aspects of adding non-player characters (NPCs) to the game world.

Arcanum Materializes on Store Shelves WorldwideAugust 21st, 2001
Arcanum, the debut RPG from the core team that created the award-winning
role-playing game Fallout®, has shipped to computer retail outlets
worldwide. Set in the land of Arcanum, the game is an imaginative world of
ancient runes and steamworks, magic and machines, sorcery and science.
Beautifully detailed environments are captured in this compelling new world
where Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Orcs and other races battle to coexist in new
sprawling industrialized cities.

"Our goal with Arcanum has been to bring a new quality to
the genre," said Tim Cain, Co-CEO, Troika Games. "By spending
time on the intricate environments of Arcanum, we have achieved
our vision of creating a living, breathing world, where gamers'
experiences are determined by their decisions and shaped by their
imaginations."

More details about the patch can be found in the Support section of this website.

Mod Building Lessons Continue on RPG VaultSeptember 10th, 2001
The second of a series of articles has been posted on RPG Vault. In this article, Sharon Shellman reviews all aspects of adding non-player characters (NPCs) to the game world.

Arcanum Materializes on Store Shelves WorldwideAugust 21st, 2001
Arcanum, the debut RPG from the core team that created the award-winning
role-playing game Fallout®, has shipped to computer retail outlets
worldwide. Set in the land of Arcanum, the game is an imaginative world of
ancient runes and steamworks, magic and machines, sorcery and science.
Beautifully detailed environments are captured in this compelling new world
where Humans, Elves, Dwarves, Orcs and other races battle to coexist in new
sprawling industrialized cities.

"Our goal with Arcanum has been to bring a new quality to
the genre," said Tim Cain, Co-CEO, Troika Games. "By spending
time on the intricate environments of Arcanum, we have achieved
our vision of creating a living, breathing world, where gamers'
experiences are determined by their decisions and shaped by their
imaginations."

Arcanum Update Available SoonAugust 20th, 2001
With just days left until Arcanum's worldwide launch, Troika Games is
pleased to announce several new additions to the game that will be available
for download within the next week.

Full Screen Mode - Toggle the interface off and on via a hot key,
enlarging the playable area.

Inventory Right Click Feature - Quickly buy and sell items, loot
bodies, steal things and use items simply by right clicking on them.

Improved Follower Lock Picking Abilities - Followers no longer need
their own set of lock picks in order to help and will interrupt you and take
over if their skills surpass your own.

Improved Weapon and Armor Feedback on Followers - When you look at
weapons and items wielded by your followers, they will display attributes
based upon your followers magick/tech aptitude, not your own.

Video Memory Usage Enhancements - Arcanum will make better use of
video memory, especially on cards with larger caches.

Enroll in Mod Building 101August 15th, 2001
The first of a series of articles on mod making from Sharon Shellman has
been posted on RPG Vault. In this article, Shellman tackles the basics of
WorldEd, the world editing tool included in every copy of Arcanum. You'll
learn to create terrain, buildings, creatures, and light sources in this
beginner's tutorial.

The Troika Connection Plans IRC ChatJuly 19th, 2001
Sharon Shellman of Troika Games will participate in an online discussion
hosted by The Troika Connection
fansite. The chat begins in room #troika
on irc.gamesnet.net Friday July 20th 2001, 4:30 PST. The
moderated chat will be open to everyone. An IRC client such as myIRC is
required.

Arcanum Sheet Music Now AvailableJuly 17th, 2001
The sheet music for the main theme from Arcanum
is now available in the Soundtrack section. A new score will be posted every week through the game's
worldwide release on August 21st. The scores can be viewed using the
Finale
Music Viewer which allows users to audition and print the music from their
web browser. A full score is available for following along with the
recordings, and the individual parts are provided for performance.

The entire Arcanum soundtrack, performed by members of the Seattle Symphony,
is available for download at MP3.com.

GameStats Recommends ArcanumJuly 13th, 2001
GameStats has delivered an Arcanum preview based on an advance beta of the
game. Reviewer Cenk Sensoy recommends that Arcanum "should definitely be on
every RPG gamers list for the fall."

Sharon Shellman on RPG VaultJuly 9th, 2001
Shellman, one of the best known members of the Arcanum team, talks about her
background in the gaming industry and the characterization of female
characters in Arcanum.

Tim Cain on Electric PlaygroundJuly 9th, 2001
The Electric Playground talks extensively with Troika Games co-founder Tim
Cain about the development of Arcanum, RPG toolsets, and the prospect of a
return of adventure gaming.

Change Your Clothes, Your Hair, Your FaceJuly 7th, 2001
Not satisfied with the appearance of your Arcanum character? It's possible
for advanced users to expand the number of portraits in the Arcanum demo to
include custom images. To get started, choose a digital photograph or other
image and follow the instructions available in the Arcanum FAQ. If you're
stuck without an image, pre-sized fantasy portraits can be found at the
Galleria Arcanum fansite.

Terra Arcanum Plans Developer Chat on IRCJune 18th, 2001
Members of the Arcanum development team will participate in an online
discussion about the game hosted by fansite Terra Arcanum. The chat begins
on channel #arcanum on irc.gamesnet.net Tuesday June 26th 2001, 4 PM Pacific
Time (PST) [00:00 GMT]. For additional details and instructions on how you
can get involved, visit terra-arcanum.com. The moderated chat will be open
to everyone. An IRC client such as myIRC is required.

Roleplaying Games Are Like a Jar of MarmiteJune 15th, 2001
"Arcanum has one of the most thorough and versatile character generation
systems ever seen in an RPG," writes Darren Evans this week. Catch Darren's
full review on GameSpot UK.

ActionTrip Posts Arcanum ItineraryJune 13th, 2001
ActionTrip's Arcanum preview, based on several hours spent with the demo
version of the game, will give you a good idea of what to expect when you
embark upon the full version later this year. "I have to admit that I can
barely wait for Arcanum: of Steamworks and Magick Obscura," says ActionTrip.

Arcanum Previewed on GamespotJune 7th, 2001
Calis, RPG community elder and Gamespot contributor, has filed a preview of
Arcanum in Desslock's RPG News vault. Based on a feature-complete build of
the game, the preview includes a look into each of the game's major
features.

PC Gamer Hell Bent on ArcanumJune 5th, 2001
PC Gamer joins the list of publications excited about the upcoming release
of Arcanum. In their just released July issue, PC Gamer states that Arcanum
is "...going to be one hell of an RPG."

GamesFirst! Salivates for ArcanumJune 1st 2001
Matt Blackburn, GamesFirst!'s resident RPG expert, is excited about this
year's crop of roleplaying games, Arcanum in particular. "This is my
favorite title from E3," writes Blackburn. "The more I think about it, the
more excited I get."

Arcanum Demo Downloads Exceed 100,000 MarkMay 28th 2001
Over 100,000 copies of the
Arcanum: Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura Demo
have been downloaded from FilePlanet, one of the Internet's top file
distribution destinations. In fact, the Arcanum demo has been the most
downloaded demo on FilePlanet for the past four weeks. Weighing in at over
250 MB, the Arcanum Demo allows you to experience the beginning of the game
being touted by FGN as the RPG that "harkens back to a time when this genre
held gamers enthralled."

Arcanum Composer Interviewed on RPGDotMay 21st 2001
Ben Houge, in-house composer and sound designer for Sierra On-Line,
discusses the influences that shaped the unique Arcanum soundtrack with
Garrett of RPGDot. The Arcanum soundtrack is available with the June 2001
issue of Computer Gaming World and MP3.com.

Arcanum Demo Fix for Computer Gaming World ReadersMay 3rd, 2001
Users have reported problems installing the Arcanum Demo included on CGW's
June CD-ROM. The fix is simple. To install the game, users must copy the
entire installer application and folders to the hard drive from the CGW CD.
Next, rename the folder from "Arcanum_Preview" to "Arcanum Preview" (delete
the underscore character). Then run the "Setup.exe" application to install
the Demo. The installation should proceed without further complications.

Future Games Network Previews ArcanumMay 1, 2001FGN's Arcanum preview delivers an excellent summary of the game with a
strong focus given to the gameplay mechanics. We're happy to note that they
seem excited about the Arcanum's potential for roleplaying genre
enthusiasts. "Arcanum is pure RPG fun and harkens back to a time when this
genre held gamers enthralled," says FGN. "There is more depth of adventuring
within Arcanum than in many recent offerings, with the added twist of both
technology and magic tossed in for good measure."

Arcanum Demo Spans the Atlantic!April 26, 2001
Joystick (France), PC Zone (United Kingdom), and PC Gamer (Sweden) magazines
have entered into exclusive agreements with Sierra to include the Arcanum
demo on their demo disks next month. As previously announced, the Arcanum
demo will also be available in North America on Computer Gaming World's
companion CD-ROM in the June 2001 issue.

New Arcanum Log Posted on GamesmaniaApril 26, 2001
Follow Jason MacIsaac, the Charles Kuralt of computer roleplaying, around
Arcanum's next bend in his latest journal entry. MacIsaac has been logging
his travels through Arcanum (by means of early game builds) since November
2000.

Arcanum Demo Available in Computer Gaming WorldApril 20, 2001
Look for the Arcanum Demo on Computer Gaming World's companion CD-ROM in the
June 2001 issue. This whopping 255 MB demo includes the first locales from
the game. The June issue of CGW is due
on newsstands across North America in early May.

Stravaig's Second Visit to Troika GamesApril 12, 2001
Stravaig returns to the Troika Games offices this month to probe the minds
of the Arcanum design team. Read his account, including insights into the
upcoming demo, on Dimensions of Arcanum.

Arcanum Gameplay Trailer AvailableApril 11, 2001
Sierra and Troika Games are pleased to present a brand new trailer for the
upcoming release of Arcanum: Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura.

Leonard Boyarsky on GamesmaniaMarch 20, 2001
Leonard chats with Jason MacIsaac about the length of Arcanum, the World
Editor, and the game's multiplayer mode.

Payne to Receive HonorMarch 19, 2001
Franklin Payne, the famed surveyor, naturalist, and rough-country traveler,
is to receive the Tarantian Zoological Society's highest mark of distinction
this month, according to a recent edition of The Tarantian news-paper.

Arcanum Soundtrack Available Free in CGW MagazineMarch 14, 2001
The Arcanum game soundtrack will be included on Computer Gaming World's
companion CD-ROM in the
May 2001 issue. Recorded in large part by a live string quartet, the
soundtrack weighs in at 21 tracks and nearly 50 minutes of music. The May
issue is scheduled to arrive on newsstands across North America in early
April.

Arcanum Editor Chat on IRCFebruary 15, 2001
Michael McCarthy, an authority on the Arcanum World Editor, will appear on
#ages (irc.gamesnet.net) Sunday, February 18th at 6pm PST to discuss
building maps and mods for Arcanum. The moderated chat will be open to
everyone. An IRC client such as myIRC is required.

Arcanum "Get in the Game!" ContestFebruary 13, 2001
Have you ever wanted to be in a computer game? This is your chance! The
winner of the "Get in the Game" Contest will be immortalized in Arcanum:
Of Steamworks & Magick Obscura, the upcoming role-playing game (RPG) from
Troika Games and Sierra. Riddles will be posted weekly through March
9th on the Arcanum website. The first person to correctly solve each riddle
and piece them together to solve the final, mind-bending puzzle will have a
character named after him or her in Arcanum, due to be released this summer.

Devil InsideFebruary 12, 2001
Daily Radar published "Technology, The Devil's Work," an article written by
Troika Games, as part of their Arcanum Thursday feature.

A Bug's LifeFebruary 12, 2001
Sir Chadwick Moore interrupted his bug-stomping long enough to record the
"State of Arcanum Address: Feb. 6, 2001" for GA-RPG.

Leonard Boyarsky Takes a TripFebruary 8, 2001
Ure, Action Trip's self-described "RPG hermit," caught up with Troika Games
co-founder to get the inside scoop on Arcanum from a fanatical role-player's
perspective. PLUS: An ogre-sized screenshot gallery!

All Aboard GA RPG!February 5, 2001
The good natured technologists at GA RPG have added three new Arcanum
screens to their website today, including two shots taken near a train
station. Whoo whoo!

This is...ArcanumJanuary 31, 2001
Arcanum was featured today in the Fun and Games section of CNN.com's
SCI-TECH area. The overview, a quick explanation of the Arcanum's universe
and gameplay mechanics, appears courtesy of Gamepro.com.

Leonard Boyarsky Interview on Sharky GamesJanuary 26, 2001
Enid Burns, a contributing editor at Sharky Extreme, has posted an interview
with Troika Games' co-founder Leonard Boyarsky today. The multi-page
interview discusses the world of Arcanum and several elements of the game's
design.

Gamepro Magazine Publishes Arcanum PreviewJanuary 17, 2001
Gamepro, the world's largest multiplatform gaming magazine, has published a
full-page Arcanum preview, including more than a dozen screenshots, in their
February 2001 issue. Arcanum "promises to mix traditional RPG elements with
original gameplay mechanics," predicts Gamepro.

Voodoo Extreme Plays Arcanum BetaJanuary 12, 2001
The folks at Voodoo Extreme have posted their first impressions of the
Arcanum beta alongside seven new screnshots.

Terra Arcanum Chat Log OnlineJanuary 8, 2001
The able scribes at Terra Arcanum have posted an edited version of
Saturday's Arcanum IRC Chat. The chat, hosted by Terra Arcanum, was attended
by eight Troika Games developers.

What I Really Want to Do is DirectJanuary 4, 2001
Chad Moore (a.k.a. Sir Chadwick Moore) stepped out from behind the writing
desk and into the director's chair for Arcanum's principal voice recording
sessions last month. He's recorded his humble journey from game developer to
Hollywood mogul as Part I of IGN PC's series of Arcanum Developer Journals.

Troika Games Earns Two Vault Network AwardsJanuary 4, 2001
IGN's RPG Vault has recognized Troika Games for two top honors in their
third annual Vault Network Awards. The "Outstanding Achievement In Community
Building" award was bestowed on the team for "consistently demonstrating its
belief in the importance of community." The editors also declared Sharon
Shellman (our favorite gadabout) as "Spokesperson Of The Year."

Terra Arcanum to Host Troika Games IRC ChatJanuary 2, 2001
To kick off 2001 with a bang,
Terra Arcanum will host an IRC chat with
Troika Games, the team behind the upcoming RPG Arcanum: of Steamworks and
Magick Obscura, Saturday, January 6th 2001, 4:00 PM PST on #arcanum on
irc.gamesnet.net.

Intelgamer Previews ArcanumDecember 14th, 2000
"Arcanum looks set to live up to the hype and anticipation," proclaims
Wolfhound. Read the full two page review at Intelgamer.

Stravaig's Quest LogDecember 11th, 2000
A brave gamer enters the game designer's lair -- and lives to tell the tale!
Stravaig's account of a day at Troika Games has been recorded for the ages at
Terra Arcanum and Dimensions of Arcanum.

Arcanum Questions Answered!December 7th, 2000
Jason, Gamesmania's resident Arcanum sage, has opened himself up to
questions about his travels in the land of Arcanum. To write Jason, or to
see his responses thus far, check out his Gamesmania feature.

Gamespot Posts Arcanum PreviewDecember 1st, 2000
Gamespot has posted an in-depth preview of Arcanum by Elliott Chin. The four
page preview includes some new details and more than 80 different game
screens.

Leonard Boyarsky, Shake Before ServingNovember 29th, 2000
IGN PC explores genre-bending in recent PC and console titles in the
recently published article "Take Genres, Add Ice, Blend Well." The article
features comments from several in the games industry, including Boyarsky,
joint CEO of Troika Games.

What's in a Name?November 28th, 2000
Troika Games' Leonard Boyarsky explains the origin of the Troika Games name
and logo to Gamespy.com.

Gamepower Rubs Elbows with Arcanum InhabitantsNovember 15th, 2000
"The best RPGs feature impressive, consistent, and believable fictional
worlds. Arcanum is all of that,"says Gamepower's Arcanum preview. "I did
not want to stop exploring, meeting new people, tackling new quests, and
learning more about Arcanum's complex and fascinating society." Check out
the full article for additional comments and the Gamepower/Arcanum gameplay
video.

Avault Posts Arcanum PreviewNovember 9th, 2000
"The proven Troika design team is made up of people whose careful design
decisions and sheer creativity shows an obvious love for the RPG genre, and
it looks as if they're prepared to deliver yet another unorthodox,
engrossing title," concludes Matt Plumb's review of Arcanum published
November 8th.
Get the full review, complete with several new screenshots, at the
Adrenaline Vault.

Arcanum Preview on IGN RPG Vault UpdatedNovember 6, 2000
In what could be called the most definitive Arcanum preview to date, IGN RPG Vault
talks about the game and offers some behind-the-scenes intrigue.

Arcanum Preview on Firing SquadNovember 6, 2000
"Arcanum promises to be a huge game - absolutely colossal on a scale that
even MMORPGs can't touch," says Firing Squad.

Arcanum Exposed!November 6, 2000Beta Bites
and Gamescreenshots.com
have posted new Arcanum screenshots from the Arcanum beta for your hungry eyes.

IGN Adds to Arcanum ArchiveNovember 3, 2000
Vincent Lopez tacks on his thoughts of the Arcanum beta to an already
massive Arcanum preview page at IGN PC. Complete with dozens of screenshots
and concept artwork, IGN's Arcanum preview page is quickly becoming one of
the most exhaustive stores of Arcanum curiosa online.

SharkyGames.com Previews ArcanumNovember 3, 2000
SharkyGames.com has taken a bite out of the Arcanum Beta and seems to have
enjoyed the taste. "...RPG fans looking for something a little different can
take heart, a totally new and original game called Arcanum promises to
deliver a gaming experience unlike anything we've seen thus far." says
Contributing Editor Peter Suciu. The preview includes new screenshots and
several pages of commentary.

Gamesmania Reflects on Beta BuildNovember 2, 2000
Gamesmania has begun a series of articles based on their experiences with a
beta build of Arcanum. Day one of Gamesmania's preview explores the many
available opportunities for character customization in Arcanum. Day Two
features a travelogue of early adventures. In day three, Gamesmania wrastles
a prodigious vermin.

Arcanum Preview on Daily RadarNovember 1, 2000
Daily Radar filed their preview of Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magic Obscura
today. Preview writer Barry Brenesal warns "pencil out a week or two now;
every RPGer will want to check it out." The preview contains three new
screenshots and links to previous Daily Radar articles on the game.

Beta Testers NotifiedOctober 30, 2000
Huzzah! The participants in the Arcanum beta have been chosen! These lucky
gamers will be notified early this evening by email (all email notifications
will arrive no later than 2 AM PST, October 31st). Sierra and Troika games
are delighted with the number of beta applications we received in the last
several weeks. Regrettfully, not everyone can join us for the beta, but we
look forward to welcoming you to Arcanum early next year.

Future Games Network Staffer Encounters Hungry WolvesOctober 30, 2000
After a few days with a beta release of Arcanum, FGN has published their
preview, complete with several new screenshot thumbnails. The article
reveals details about the gameplay mechanics and offers hints to beginning
adventurers (stay away from the wolves!).

Arcanum MugshotsOctober 20, 2000
A series of Arcanum character portraits and descriptions have been posted on
the RPG Vault.

Beta Applications are ClosedOctober 19, 2000
The book has shut on applications for the Chapter One Arcanum Beta. Troika
Games and Sierra would like to thank the thousands of people who
signed up to take part in this early preview of our game. All chosen testers
will be notified in the upcoming weeks.

Actiontrip Previews ArcanumOctober 2, 2000
The writers at Actiontrip have posted a preview of Arcanum, complete with
plenty of commentary and several screenshots.

Arcanum Beta Registration Begins TodaySeptember 26, 2000
Sierra and Troika Games are opening up the land of Arcanum to a few
lucky souls this fall! All beta participants will receive an Arcanum Beta
CD-ROM and an exclusive pass to the Arcanum Beta Forum. This is your chance
to get an advance look at the game and offer helpful feedback to aid in the
development process. To be a part of this select crowd you must complete the
online registration form.
Due to a limited amount of spaces, not everyone
will be chosen.

Open Beta Test Sign-up to Begin September 26September 20, 2000
Sierra and Troika Games are proud to announce that enrollment in the
Arcanum beta test will begin next Tuesday, September 26th. The "Chapter
One" testing session will encompass the first 20% of the total content found
in the single-player game.

Selection for the beta test is based on a variety of criteria: system specs,
experience with other games, and skill in documenting suggestions and
communicating them clearly. Beta testers will get a pre-release version of
the game, and will have access to a private message board to communicate
directly with the developers at Troika Games.

All potential beta candidates are required to sign-up via a web form to be
posted on this website Tuesday, September 26th at 9:00 AM PT (16:00 GMT).

Tim Cain on Computer Games OnlineSeptember 14, 2000
The Computer Games Magazine interview with Tim Cain (October 2000 issue) is
available on the web at Computer Games Magazine. The interview covers Cain's
impression of many contemporary computer RPGs, the founding of Troika Games,
and Troika's approach towards the design of Arcanum.

Arcanum News on German-language PC PortalAugust 21, 2000
Zocks, a German website dedicated to PC news and information, has posted a
preview of the game online.

Arcanum World Editor Chosen for Dungeons & Dragons ProductAugust 14, 2000
Wizards of the Coast has recently licensed the Arcanum World Editor from
Troika Games. The editor will be integrated into Dungeons & Dragons Master
Tools, am upcoming product designed to streamline tabletop role-playing
adventure creation.

Arcanum Beta Test Planned for SeptemberAug 8, 2000
A public beta program for Arcanum will begin in September 2000, giving
gamers access to some of the 19 major environments within the land of
Arcanum. A private online forum on which to discuss the game with the
developers, give feedback and suggestions, and report bugs will be available
for all testers. Watch this space for registration information in the weeks
to come.

To fully incorporate feedback from the beta program, Arcanum will be
released in February of 2001. Sierra and Troika Games will release a
playable demo this winter.

Troika Talks TechAug 3, 2000
Daily Radar features a new article prepared by Troika Games explaining the
role of technologgy in Arcanum. The page-long article includes a small FAQ
and 12 new screenshots.

On behalf of all the learned peoples of Arcanum, we extend our warmest
thanks to the authors who submitted texts for consideration. The full-staff
of our librarians, antiquarians, and archivists have been fully occupied
with weighing the merits of each transcript. If your work gains their
approval, you will be contacted within the fortnight.
May your quills never grow dull.

Arcanum Editor Chat This FridayJuly 10, 2000
Troika Games, Sierra and the IGN Vault Network are pleased to
announce an IRC chat for Arcanum Friday, July 14 at 5:30 pm PT (00:30:00
July 11 GMT). Among those expected to attend are Troika Games co-founders
Tim Cain, Jason Anderson and Leonard Boyarsky. To join, visit the RPG Vault
Chat page in channel #ignvault.

Wordsmiths Wanted!June 29, 2000
This is a call to arms! (Or to pens...) Troika Games has begun filling out
the literature of Arcanum, and they want your help. Imagine going into a library
or a bookstore in Arcanum and finding something you wrote! All the information you
need to get started is available on the official Arcanum Literature Submissions
page. All submissions are due by August 1st 2000.

Live Chat with Troika GamesJune 22, 2000Voodoo Extreme.com will host a live IRC chat with Tim
Cain, Leonard Boyarsky and Jason Anderson of Troika Games Friday, June 23 at 5:30 pm PT (00:30:00 Jun 24 GMT).
The three will answer questions surrounding the design and development of Arcanum.

Gamecenter Posts Arcanum UpdateJune 16, 2000
Leonard Boyarsky of Troika Games dropped in on CNET Gamcenter earlier this
week to demonstrate the progress of Arcanum. Writer Perry Gentry describes
what we saw.

At Last, Sir Chadwick Moore Speaks!June 15, 2000
Great whoops of joy can be heard across the land of Arcanum! Sir Chadwick
Moore, the distinguished gentleman, sometimes author, and erstwhile scholar
of monetary affairs spends a scarce-free moment with the electronic
news-paper IGN.

Jason Anderson ProfiledMay 22, 2000
What is it like to work in the computer game industry? Jonric of IGN's RPG
Vault tracked down Jason Anderson of Troika Games to find out.

GameSpy Chooses Arcanum as RPG Runner-up in E3 AwardsMay 22, 2000
Gamespy, the gaming news and community service, awarded Arcanum as the
roleplaying game runner-up in their 2000 GameSpy E3 Awards. This first
offering from Troika Games came second only to Bioware's Neverwinter Nights,
a RPG based on Dungeons and Dragons 3rd edition rulebook.

Top PC Gaming Site Features Arcanum PreviewMay 19, 2000
Gamespot has posted their Arcanum feature on the site's front page today.
The five page preview includes an overview of the game, insight into the
game's unique roleplaying system, and 25 screenshots -- including pics of
the included level editor.

Entertainment Tonight Online Features ArcanumApril 27, 2000
Entertainment Tonight Online, the website for the popular television news magazine, have placed Arcanum on
their front page today. Check out new Arcanum screenshots ET's Cyber Central section.

The RPG Vault Reports from Hollywood's Magic CastleApril 27, 2000
"Arcanum looks to be well on its way to becoming a rich gameplay experience set in a huge, unusual
world filled with game content, and the world editor will make it extraordinarily simple for players to
craft their own worlds and adventures," says RPG Vault's Jonric.

Tim Cain SpeaksApril 25, 2000
Next Game chats with Troika's Tim Cain about the intricacies of computer role playing game design.
The interview is available in English and Italian.

Troika Interview with Joystick FranceMarch 8, 2000
Tim Cain, Leonard Boyarsky and Jason Anderson speak with Joystick France about Arcanum. The RealAudio portion of the interview is in English (Requires RealAudio), the text interview is in French.

IGN PC Previews ArcanumFebruary 22, 2000
In Part One of his two-part series, Trent Ward of IGN takes an in-depth look
at the role-playing system and storyline for Arcanum, the upcoming
role-playing game from Sierra and Troika Games. The
online preview
includes dozens of screenshots, sketches, and an overview from project
leader Tim Cain. Make sure you check back Friday, February 25th, for Part
Two, where everything from the magic system to the multiplayer modes will be
revealed!

Arcanum Developer InterviewOctober 22, 2000
Find out how Troika Games plans to use their magic-meets-technology idea to
bring the roleplaying genre out of the dark ages. Hear the thoughts of
Fallout-alumni and Arcanum creators Tim Cain, Leonard Boyarsky, and Jason
Anderson as they chat with editor-in-chief Jonric on the Vault Network.